Odyssey Cybersecurity is set to launch a new data centre to host its ClearSkies Big Data Advanced Security Analytics Platform in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia VC investments to reach $500M annually by 2025
The Saudi Technology Ventures report highlighted that venture capital (VC) investments in Saudi Arabia are growing rapidly, and yearly invested capital has the potential to expand tenfold to $500 million in 2025.
Saudi Arabia’s Virgin Hyperloop One project to create over 120,000 jobs
Virgin Hyperloop One (VHO) has announced the results of a strategic study commissioned to build the world’s first extended test and certification hyperloop track in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Global enterprise software firm to fuel digital transformation in Saudi Arabia
Infor has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation efforts across a broad range of sectors.
Saudi telco deploys ‘region’s largest’ 5G network
Zain Group has announced that it has launched 5G commercial services in Saudi Arabia, with the first phase of the rollout being implemented through a network of 2,000 towers that cover an area of more than 20 cities in the Kingdom.
US tech giant to open new data centres in UAE and Saudi Arabia
US tech giant Oracle has announced plans to open new data centres in the UAE and Saudi Arabia as it looks to drive regional business growth.
Saudi Arabia gears up to host first-ever agriculture-tech hackathon
Saudi Arabia will launch its first-ever agricultural hackathon in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in September called, “Agricultural Techniques Hackathon.”
National Centre for AI to drive Saudi Arabia’s digital future: minister
Saudi Arabia has recently announced a royal decree to establish an artificial intelligence (AI) centre, which is aimed at enhancing the drive toward innovation and digital transformation in the Kingdom.
Nutanix helps Saudi-based Gulf Stevedoring future-proof operations
Gulf Stevedoring Contracting Company (GSCCO), a port operator in the Saudi Arabia, has announced that it is leveraging Nutanix software to increase IT capacity to support growing operations across Saudi port facilities.
Saudi ICT strategy to bring $13 billion boost for economy
Saudi Arabia’s Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Strategy will contribute $13.3 billion to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) over the coming five years.
Huawei fuels ICT talent development and 5G awareness in Saudi Arabia
Huawei, in collaboration with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), has hosted a dedicated 5G onboard training programme at MCIT’s headquarter.
Saudi Arabia calls for increased tech innovation to combat cyber-attacks
Increasing foreign cyber-attacks on Saudi Arabia are pushing for more institutionalisation by developing national cadres specialised to combat threats, according to cybersecurity expert Eng. Samer Omar.
Seera Group streamlines online booking experiences with Salesforce
Riyadh-based Seera Group (formerly Al Tayyar Travel Group) has opted Salesforce to digitally transform and enhance travel booking experiences for millions of travellers.
Saudi-based online grocery platfrom raises over $6 million in funding
Saudi-based online grocery platform Nana Direct has received $6.6 million in investments Middle East Venture Partners (MEVP) and Impact46.